It’s been revealed three artworks by street artist Banksy have cost taxpayers almost £150,000 in cleaning operations and security so far - with the cost projected to go up.

The most significant expense relates to a mural painted on the Royal Courts of Justice in September 2025, where removal efforts and security have so far cost more than £85,000.

UK correspondent Gavin Grey says there's a risk of people trying to chip the art off the walls and causing property damage.

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It’s been revealed three artworks by street artist Banksy have cost taxpayers almost £150,000 in cleaning operations and security so far - with the cost projected to go up.
The most significant expense relates to a mural painted on the Royal Courts of Justice in September 2025, where removal efforts and security have so far cost more than £85,000.
UK correspondent Gavin Grey says there's a risk of people trying to chip the art off the walls and causing property damage.
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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Banksy works costing taxpayers nearly £150,000

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